🇨🇳 How to say

“work” in Chinese

工作gōngzuò
Illustration of "work" in a Chinese cultural setting
A person sits at a tidy desk in a modern office, typing on a laptop while a cup of coffee steams nearby. Colleagues chat by the window overlooking a city skyline, illustrating a typical work environment.

Usage note

工作 refers to both the activity of working and the job or occupation itself. It's a neutral, common word used in both formal and casual settings—you can use it to talk about your career or daily tasks.

Examples

  • 我的工作很有趣。

    My work is very interesting.

  • 他在医院工作。

    He works at a hospital.

  • 今天工作很忙。

    Work is very busy today.

Quick check

What does "工作" mean?

  • A. work
  • B. car
  • C. bed
  • D. street

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